Wednesday, January 18, 2012

DDW Pic 141. The Seas with Nemo & Friends

The Seas with Nemo & Friends

This photo from our most recent trip was taken aboard our "clam-mobile" on The Seas with Nemo & Friends at Epcot. Chum the shark is pictured here lurking in the hull of a sunken ship. The technology on this ride is amazing, with the final scene featuring animated characters from the Pixar movie appearing among the live fish in the gigantic saltwater aquarium. At one time, this was the largest aquarium in America. There has been controversy among Disney purists about the infusion of "animated characters" into this pavilion starting in 2004. However, in my opinion, by inserting the entertainment aspect into an otherwise educational attraction, it has brought in a whole new generation of fans. Once inside this huge pavilion, guests still have the opportunity to learn more about marine life and underwater exploration. I think that The Seas with Nemo & Friends is a great example of Disney "edutainment."

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My name is Dave Drumheller and I have been an extreme Walt Disney World enthusiast since my parents first took me in 1977. I was five years old on that trip and my passion for this amazing place has continued to grow over the past 33 years and more than 30 Walt Disney World vacations. Over the past few years, I have discovered a number of great ways that modern technology can keep us in touch with the vacation kingdom. Whether you are ON a Disney vacation, planning a trip, or just wishing you were there, Digital Disney World has something for you. I feature everything from videos to internet sites to mobile phone apps that help us get our Disney World fix throughout the year. I also highlight important dates in Disney World history. Finally, I include a daily feature that showcases a different digital picture that I've taken over the past decade. Thank you for checking out Digital Disney World!